Understanding Stone Veining: How to Choose the Right Pattern
When selecting a stone for your kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, or other home surfaces, color often takes center stage. But there’s another equally important feature that can dramatically influence the look and feel of your space: veining. Stone veining refers to the natural or [...]
Outdoor Elegance: Summer Spaces with Stone
When warm weather rolls in, there's nothing like taking the comforts of home outdoors. Whether you're hosting a barbecue, lounging with a book, or entertaining guests by the firepit, your outdoor space should reflect the same quality and personality as the rest of your [...]
Stone Maintenance Myths Debunked
Natural stone surfaces are known for their beauty, durability, and timeless appeal. But with all the admiration comes plenty of misinformation. From cleaning routines to sealing requirements, there are countless stone maintenance myths floating around that can lead to confusion or even damage. Whether [...]
Mixing Materials: Pairing Stone with Wood, Metal, & Glass
In today’s home design landscape, the key to creating a space that feels layered, intentional, and truly custom often lies in the mix of materials. Gone are the days of uniform finishes and cookie-cutter kitchens. Instead, homeowners and designers are embracing contrast—pairing natural stone [...]
Keep Surfaces Safe for Summer Cooking: Tips for Stone Countertop Care
Summer is here—and with it comes backyard BBQs, fresh seasonal produce, family get-togethers, and late-night snack sessions after long days in the sun. Whether you're prepping a colorful salad, assembling burgers, or slicing up a watermelon for the kids, your kitchen countertops are working [...]
From Template to Install: Preparing for Stone Surfaces
Installing natural stone surfaces like granite, marble, quartz, quartzite, or soapstone is an exciting step in any home improvement project. Whether you’re updating your kitchen countertops, designing a custom vanity, or adding a stone feature wall, preparing your home properly can make all the [...]
Spotlight on Quartzite: Tougher Than It Looks
When it comes to selecting the right natural stone for your home, the choices can be overwhelming. Granite, marble, quartz, soapstone—each has its own unique appeal. But one stone that deserves a closer look, especially for its strength and beauty, is quartzite. Often misunderstood [...]
Stone Surface Stains: Causes & How to Avoid Them
Stone surfaces like granite, marble, quartzite, and soapstone are prized for their timeless beauty and durability. Whether used in kitchens, bathrooms, or outdoor spaces, natural stone has become a go-to material for homeowners and designers seeking elegance and longevity. However, despite their resilience, stone [...]
Why Natural Stone Is a Timeless, Smart Investment
Natural stone has been used in architecture and design for thousands of years. From ancient monuments to modern homes, its unmatched beauty, resilience, and sophistication make it a sought-after material. Whether you’re designing a kitchen, bathroom, fireplace, or outdoor living space, choosing natural stone [...]
How to Incorporate Stone in Modern and Classic Interiors
Natural stone has long been admired for its beauty, strength, and timeless appeal. Whether your style leans sleek and contemporary or warm and traditional, incorporating stone into your interior design can elevate the look and feel of your home. At Chippewa Stone, we know [...]
Spring Clean Your Kitchen: Refresh Your Stone Surfaces
Spring is the perfect time to refresh and rejuvenate your home, and the kitchen is one of the best places to start. As the heart of the home, your kitchen sees a lot of daily activity, making regular cleaning and maintenance essential. If your countertops [...]
Why Choose Natural Stone Over Other Materials?
When designing or renovating your home, one of the most important decisions you'll make is selecting the right materials. Whether for countertops, fireplaces, or outdoor spaces, the choice between natural stone and other materials like engineered quartz, laminate, or concrete can significantly impact durability, aesthetics, [...]